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Nicole Tucker

London Marathon

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I'm fundraising for Doncaster and Bassetlaw Teaching Hospitals Charity

I support the women, calming the screams,

Survive on tea and half-baked dreams.

But now I’m running with my shoes laced tight,

For charity, and not just fright!


From robots sharp to memory kits,

This charity funds all the hits.

So I’ll jog, I’ll puff, I might just crawl

But I’ll do it with love for one and all!


So this midwife has her moment to shine,

I’ve timed contractions — now it’s my time!


As a midwife in the Trust, I’m already used to long shifts, running up and down corridors, and catching babies and helping women at all hours of the day; so really, signing up for a run might just feel like another day at work… except with slightly less screaming (and tears hopefully).


In all seriousness, I’m running  I’ve seen first hand the incredible work the Doncaster and Bassetlaw Teaching Hospitals Charity does.

 From seeing the women benefit from comforting spaces for families dealing with heartbreak in maternity and this charity helps us go beyond the basics and deliver the kind of care that really stays with people.


I’ve watched families, unfortunately friends and colleagues benefit from the charity’s support. Whether that’s through improved resources, vital equipment, or simply knowing they’re backed by a team that truly cares. And let’s be honest: in maternity, we’re used to making magic happen with very little-so when the charity steps in with extras that really make a difference, we notice (and we might even cry… but in a heartfelt, not sleep-deprived way).


Running for this cause is my way of giving back to a team and a community that constantly give their all. And if I have to swap my Crocs for running trainers to do it-so be it. Though if someone could meet me at the finish line with snacks and a cup of tea, that’d be great!

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£2,000

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Added a Blog Post

Received 5 Donations

Reached Goal

Increased Target

My Updates

Car loading prep

Wednesday 22nd Apr

Tapering week

Wednesday 22nd Apr

TAPER TIME

Thursday 16th Apr

Maranoia

Thursday 16th Apr
MARANOIA SETTING IN NOW TAPERING HAS BEGUN! “What time are you aiming for in the marathon?” Last June I couldn’t run for 30 seconds without questioning all my life choices…and I’ve signed up for 26.2 miles. Make it make sense. So no, I don’t have a target time. I have a survival plan. I’m aiming to: • Not get overtaken by someone dressed as a banana • Keep my legs attached for the full distance • Accept snacks from strangers like it’s completely normal • And not uncontrollably sob the whole way.. maybe 24 miles. And somehow make it to the finish line. Honestly, if I cross that line smiling (or at least conscious), I’m calling it a win.

Last longest long run done ✔️

Saturday 11th Apr
Next time I run this (and the rest) … it’ll be marathon day! Today was a real grind. Super slow pace and honestly couldn’t have pushed any faster and running straight after a night shift Tuesday is no joke. Legs felt heavy from the first step, but I stuck it out. Not every run feels good, but they all count. Another tick on the training plan Maranoia needs to stop! I’ve got this 💪🏻 #MarathonTraining #LondonMarathon2026 #NightShiftRunner #LongRunDone #KeepShowingUp

Sheffield Half Marathon

Sunday 29th Mar
Done in 02:17:30 Sheffield Half Marathon ✔️ Took on a route that was basically 6 ish miles up… and then luckily miles back down. Safe to say it was a BIG challenge for me. I don’t think I could do another lap of that course… Honestly, I’m so happy with my time too..my goal was 2:45 👏🏻 Roll on London @dbthcharity

Sheffield half marathon ready 💜

Saturday 28th Mar
Sheffield half ready 🤘🏻 One of my goals of Pre London marathon training .. lots of hills. If this isn’t a sign I don’t know what it as only just seen my bib number! #1111 The 1111 angel number is a powerful spiritual symbol of alignment, awakening, and manifestation, often viewed as a sign that you are on the right path. It acts as a “nudge” from the universe 🤍 @runforall

One month to go 💙

Thursday 26th Mar
Screaming. Crying. Throwing up One month. Just ONE MONTH until the London Marathon Somewhere between excitement, panic, and "what have I actually signed up for???" Early mornings, long runs, tired legs, and way too much time spent thinking about snacks. It's been a journey already... and now it's getting very real. Not every run has felt strong, not every week has gone to plan, but we're still showing up. And that has to count for something. Counting down the days, trusting the training, and hoping my legs remember what they're doing on the day. Let's see what happens...

Hopefully still smiling like this after the marathon!

Saturday 21st Mar

Personalised the running gear! Another job ticked off ✔️

Saturday 21st Mar

TEAM DBTH

Tuesday 17th Mar

Long run - nearly 17 miles

Tuesday 17th Mar

Long run

Thursday 12th Mar
Another half marathon training run

Long run today

Tuesday 3rd Mar
Longest ever run today 🙌 25km DONE 🏃‍♂️🔥 Right now I’m honestly wondering how on earth I’m supposed to run another 15km on marathon day 😂 but we keep pushing… fingers crossed 🤞 One step at a time. The goal is getting closer. #MarathonTraining #25K #LongRun #RoadToMarathon #LondonMarathon2026 #RunningJourney #EnduranceTraining #RunnersLife #TrustTheProcess #OneStepAtAtime

Half marathon for training today!

Tuesday 24th Feb

First half marathon

Tuesday 24th Feb
Long Run: 2h30 @coopahruncoach -  London Marathon , 26th Apr, Week 15/23 
✅ 56/91 Sessions Completed 
🤝 Coopah, the Run Coaching App: Long Run: 2h30

Probably going to be a normal occurrence on long runs now… but I just ran my first HALF MARATHON distance in marathon training 🏃‍♀️

I really wanted to bring it in under the 2hr 30 training target… but never mind.

Because I am SO happy.

After how awful my last run felt, today felt completely different. I cried again …but this time it was happy tears. And that’s a win 🥹

Slow progress is still progress. On we go 💪

#HalfMarathonDistance
#MarathonTraining
#LondonMarathon2026
#FromNonRunnerToMarathoner
#LongRunVibes

Run run run

Saturday 7th Feb

New years run

Saturday 3rd Jan

Yorkshire 10 mile

Sunday 19th Oct
1:51:11 ✔️🏃‍♀️

Yorkshire 10 mile

Sunday 19th Oct

Yorkshire Altra 10 Mile Race complete! 🏅


If you’d told me back in June that I’d have completed this, I don’t think I would have believed you.

It was slower and harder than I hoped, and the weather was bloody gorgeous!-  because time really doesn’t matter but I wanted sub 2 hours so I am so happy! 


1:51:11 ✔️ 


Next goal: London Marathon training! 🏃‍♀️🔥

Maybe a few races in between to keep me motivated! 


#LondonMarathonTraining #MarathonJourney #RunningMotivation #ThisGirlRuns #RunYorkshire #MarathonPrep #RunningCommunity #MindOverMiles #MarathonTraining #RunHappy #RunStrong #RunnerInTraining

I ran a 10k

Monday 18th Aug
My first training goal complete Next step of training to commence on Tuesday

Follow my instagram

Tuesday 17th Jun
@nicole_got_the_runs 

First run

Saturday 14th Jun
Holding myself accountable and puttting plans in place for the goals before marathon next year! I’ve always been sporty but not a distance runner so it’s all new territory for me! One down and about 1000000 to go x

Found my shoes!!

Saturday 14th Jun

Just found out

Wednesday 11th Jun
Feeling overwhelmed and excited to start this journey for marathon next year! It’s so exciting to be selected and cannot wait to get running!

Thank you to my Sponsors

£500

Anonymous

Good luck Nicole - hopefully see you there!

£106

Sophie Harris

Go Nic Go. So proud of you, all the training, all the hours that have gone into this. Wish we could be there to cheer you on, sending all the love from Aus, love you lots 🩷🩷

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Russ Gunson

I’m sure you’ll smash it 👏

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Adrianne Harris

Well done Nicole, we’re all extremely proud of you. Lots of love Simon Adrianne and Emma xxxxx

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Skip

Go for it Nicole!

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Pgm Technologies Ltd

Go smash it from all at PGMT

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Cynthia Mullen

Have a great race, take great of yourself. Love you lots, Cynthia x x

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Geoffrey Hunt

Nicole - well done on doing this for a worthy cause. Geoff

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Aiysha Ahmed

You are amazing!

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The Somcams X

So unbelievably proud of you for taking on this challenge! Running a marathon is no small task and fitting the training in around the everyday juggle is hardcore. Such a great charity and so proud of the midwife you are! Will be cheering you on. Harriet, Calum, Skye & Wren xxx

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Lauren Sanderson

Feel so privileged to have shared a little part of your journey, by having a catch up over a good breakfast. Witnessed the emotions, torments, doubts and then seeing the determination when you completed your biggest run to date. You’ve got this! Love always Grant, Lauren, Rhue, Ralph and your godson Rex xxxx

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Stephen And Alison Taylor

Good luck Nicole

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Ann Wright

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Helen Sommerville

You go girl. Love from your proud Aunty xx

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Charles Middleton

Go for it Nicole. Don't forget the Lucozade tabs. Best of luck, the Middletons.

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Keira Edwards

You’re doing an incredible job Nic - marathons are so so tough, and you’re doing it with a demanding job, 3 kids & 2 dogs. Genuinely in awe! Xxx

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Steve & Corinne Bell

Good luck sweetheart, we know you will smash it! Lots of love Corinne & Steve xx

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Sharon Tucker

I know you’ll do it because you’re so competitive. You might even win knowing you 🤣. Enjoy every minute. Very proud of you. Lots of love Sharon & Nigel x x x

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Alexandra Pownall

Good luck! 🤞🏼 I know you will smash it. Love you loads.

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Jenna, Chris & Hugo Xxx

Dear Nicole So proud of you!! You have 💯 got this!! Slow and steady and take it all in!! Remember only 1% of the population complete a marathon! You know I’ll be so jealous on the day!! Love Jenna, Chris and Hugo xx

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Meg & Sam

Well done Nicole, so proud!! Love Sam and Meg xxx

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Jean Tucker

Good luck Nicole, I know you will do it, lots of love Nanna Jean xxx

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Issy Sommerville

Go Nic Go! You'll smash it 😚

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Emily

Go Nicole, you’ve got this! 👟🏃🏽‍♀️‍➡️🎉 Love the Spouses!

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Libby Harris

so proud of the way you have trained

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The Singletons

Keep on running!

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The Elliotts

Good luck !

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Elizabeth Harris

to get you started from v proud Mum

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Elena

Good luck and congrats for your progress so far!! A great cause to be fundraising for as well! See you in the blue pen 💙

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Lucy O’hanlon

There’s no one I know who’s stronger than you, what an amazing thing to do!

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Nats 🦊

Go girl 🏃🏻‍♀️💨 🏆

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Richard Pownall

Good luck, enjoy the training!

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Phil Mason

No racing, steady away, hydration and you'll smash it 💪

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Rowetts

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Ann Laugeard

Good luck Nicole. Brilliant that you are running.

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Megan & Nick

Good luck!

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Michael Harris

Good luck Nicole from Patricia and me

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Jenny Warren

Well done Nicole

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Carl Dixon

Good luck Nicole run safe and stay strong you will smash it .

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Anonymous

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Shaun Parker

Good luck

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Henry & Ann Browne

Good luck Nicole 🏃🏻‍♀️ 🍀

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Patricia

Good luck Nicole

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Laura And Luke

Best of luck - go and smash it ❤️

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Laura Formston

Best of luck, great challenge it will be an amazing experience.

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Joe Elliott

Good luck, no doubt you’ll smash it! 🏃🏻‍♀️

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Kat H

Good luck with the training Nicole - you’re amazing doing this!! Xx

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Steve & Heather

Good Luck Nicole!

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Hannah Dunn

Good luck darling! You will smash it x

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Melanie Sylvester

Good luck Nicole 🍀

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Craig Allen

Smash it Nicole 💪

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Diya Rai

Good Luck Nicole!! You’re amazing!!! Xxx

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Sonya

Run, Forrest! Run!

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Milly

You're going to smash it Nic!!!

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Anonymous

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Anonymous

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Nicola Huckerby

Well done Nicole. I am sure you will smash it like you do every parent race at school!

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Anonymous

Good luck X

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Lizzie Myeres

You can do it !!! Smash it run 🏃‍♀️

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Helen Rotherforth

Good luck Nicole! Xx

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Kelly Harrower

Good Luck

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Steph Frame

What an amazing thing to do! Good luck, Nicole! Go smash it! xx

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Elaine Duce

Good Luck 💪 go smash it xx

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Lauren Smith

What an achievement to run a marathon! Good Luck m, you’ll do great! All the best Lauren & Scott

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Michele Gladden

Good luck Nicole - really admire what you're doing

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Royston

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Olivia & Joe

Good Luck!!!

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Chris & Mel

Good Luck Nicole!!

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Hayleigh

You've got this, proud of you, love ya.🫶🏻

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Erin

You go girl! I hope you have the best marathon experience and get to soak in all that atmosphere. All the best and just keep moving! 😘 xxx

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Bekah

good luck nicole, I know you’ll smash it!!! love me and Connie xxx

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Jessica Bramwell

Go Nicole, go 🏃🏻‍♀️🏃🏻‍♀️🏃🏻‍♀️ so proud of you for taking on this immense challenge whilst juggling your day to day life, you’re amazing 🥰✨

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Emma Lowthorpe

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Mark Allen

Best of luck 👌🏻

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Ccef Ltd

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Daniel Hartley